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“Was just there yesterday, props to the grill guy.” in 2 reviews
“Stopped for lunch today and ordered a craft your own single with a BOGO coupon.” in 2 reviews
“I had a Five Guys once and I like Jake's better and they are cheaper than Five Guys.” in 4 reviews
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- 683111028Jan 2, 2023
Came here after the lights at the zoo event. We arrived a little before closing and the manager and team working were not only understanding but enthusiastic about serving us. When I found out they were closing shortly I said that if we couldn't dine in we would have no problem going somewhere else and they insisted we stay. The manager was then also very helpful with menu selections and taking our large order (3 adults, 5 kids). I wish I had gotten his name so I could properly praise his professionalism with us.
I ordered "The Big Way" which is basically their version of a Big Mac without the middle piece of bread. It came with two patties, American cheese, onions, pickles, lettuce, and thousand island dressing. The burgers here are hard pressed in the "smashburger" style. I found the burger to be quite good. I'm not sure that I found the burger to be worth the price though. These prices were similar to a Shake Shack type stop (which I do find to be a better burger) and the way you ordered was also interesting. The burger was $8 and change, but then to add fries and a drink to make it a combo was an additional $5. It isn't criminal to charge $13 for this amount of food, but comparing it with other combos that fall in that range, I am not sure it is competitive.
The fries were pretty good, and they were very fresh. Directly from the fryer to our table, they were too hot to even eat at first, which is a good thing. Lightly seasoned and crisp, I enjoyed them.
I would come back here or try another of their locations (I didn't realize how large of a chain this is) but as of right now it's definitely outside of my top 3 smashed burger style chain spots. With that said though, Jake's Wayback Burger - Didn't Suck!Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - AJ A.Allentown, PA0295Apr 25, 2023
Little flavor and burnt burgers. That's about all I can say about it honestly that's my experience.
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Lesly G.Morris Plains, NJ256143Jan 24, 2023
I love their cheese fries. That being said, they messed up my order two times. However, once I called and spoke to Tati she was very profesional and understanding. Not only did I get a full refund for my fries but she also made me a fresh order. I appreciate it. Thank you!!!
Helpful 3Thanks 0Love this 3Oh no 0 - Joseph D.Schnecksville, PA014Nov 24, 2023
I've been here a few times being that it's not too far from my residence Services OK the food is OK and that being said just being OK isn't good enough for me but if you want a burger and fries you give it a try
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Wayne N.Schnecksville, PA34643Oct 25, 2020
Finally tried this place for dinner. The burger was excellent. Excellent tasting burger. Smothered in cheese. Definitely better than a run-of-the-mill burger. The only downfall is that I could have eaten two burgers. French fries were OK. Just needed a little more salt. In my opinion. But I do put salt on everything. We ordered through the Yelp app. Food was ready upon arrival.
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0 - Layton D.Fogelsville, PA551Jan 16, 2021
Bad experience. Took one hour to get our food - 2 burgers, 2 shakes and an order of fries. Quality of burgers and fries was about equal to Wendy's. Shakes are good. Won't go back.
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Tom B.Barnesville, PA57322Jun 10, 2019
Decent enough hamburgers, but not as good as can be. Service is usually pretty fast. Order at the counter and they bring it out. Food is usually fresh and hot, but I think lacks a bit of that flavor that makes other fast casual burger spots so good.
The french fries are not that great. They aren't bad, but unlike places like Five Guys, these are frozen and not fresh. Expect better fries with a high end burger.
Other sides, including the onion rings are pretty good.Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Katie P.Allentown, PA083Oct 12, 2020
I can get over waiting over 20 mins for a burger and a hotdog...but what I can't get over is the kid working the cash register had a huge hole in his shoe and was not wearing socks. Every time he went to fill up someone's drink or give them their order his big toe was hanging out. I have worked in the food industry for years and know this should never happen. He also had long hair not tied back or anything. Definitely grossed us out and will probably not come back to this location.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Nelson E.Slatington, PA8133425Feb 25, 2019Updated review
Was just there yesterday, props to the grill guy. Those Burgers were ON TARGET! BULLSEYE! If you ever had a burger from White Mana in Hackensack NJ, that's how on target they were. True Professional on that grill! Thanks Dude.
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Bruce S.
Mar 2, 2015
We wish to thank you and the many others for choosing Wayback for their Valentines Day dinner. Unfortunately there has been a honest mistake. You see the location was open and you must have missed the open sign in the window. Regretfully, had you entered you would have enjoyed your meal like the many other patrons that night. I believe you mistakenly assumed we were closed because the staff must have left the sun shades down at the time you entered the parking lot. You see the sun shades were installed for the comfort of our patrons from the mid day and early evening sun glare. Your post has brought this to our attention and the staff was notified to not over look raising the sun shades when not needed. Thank you for allowing us to improve.
Kelly S.Aug 18, 2015Previous reviewOh yeah! Finally made it back and boy have I missed this place ! I ordered the Triple and it's not a good burger, IT'S A DAMN GOOD BURGER! You build it yourself and mine had ketchup, mustard, 2 slices of cheese, raw onion, lettuce and some buffalo blue dressing to make it weird. The bun, the cooked meat, PERFECT!! Don't know about the rest of the menu cause Im here for the Burger. I'm going to prepare myself cause next time I come in I'm doing a Randy Santel and ordering the Triple Triple.
Feb 16, 2015Previous reviewWent here on Valentines Day cause my wife and I love the Burgers, went there at 7:15 PM they looked close. Called on the cell from the parking lot and nobody answered. Yep they were closed when they say they are open till 10pm. Had to drive around looking for another burger place, found it. Elevation Burger. Loved it! Won't be back to Jakes. If you say you are open till 10 on Saturday, don't be closed at 7:15.
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